Job Description
A well-established law firm with a growing presence in Palm Beach is seeking a Trusts & Estates Associate with 6-9 years of experience in sophisticated estate planning and trust administration.
This role offers the rare combination of high-level client work and true work-life balance in one of Florida’s most desirable locations.
The Palm Beach office is a strategic priority for the firm, with recent investment in expanded office space and a focus on building a premier private client practice. This position will support a long-standing partner and work directly on complex estate planning matters for high-net-worth families, businesses, and nonprofit clients. Associates joining this team have a chance to make a meaningful impact on the office’s growth trajectory while receiving strong mentorship and support.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise clients on all aspects of estate planning, estate administration, and trust administration.
- Collaborate with other practice areas to deliver integrated, multi-generational wealth preservation strategies.
- Manage and develop relationships with high-net-worth individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit entities.
- Contribute to the growth of the Palm Beach office as a key member of a strategic practice area.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
- 6-9 years of experience in sophisticated estate planning and trust matters.
- Cross-border estate planning experience is a plus.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across practice areas and support strategic growth initiatives.
Why This Role
- 1800 billable hours expectation with flexible ramp-up time; laterals are given leeway while getting up to speed.
- Supervising attorneys actively help associates find coverage for vacations, and extended time off is encouraged to support work-life balance.
- Palm Beach offers beaches, cultural amenities, and a lifestyle that blends professional challenge with personal fulfillment.
- Join a team at the forefront of the firm’s growth strategy in Palm Beach, providing high-visibility experience and opportunities for career advancement.
This role is ideal for an associate who wants to work on sophisticated estate planning matters, support a long-standing partner, and play a key role in a growing, high-priority office while enjoying a balanced, fulfilling lifestyle.
Job Tags
Private practice, Work at office, Flexible hours,